Garment-Washed Cap | 12 Colors | Port Authority PWU

Broken-In From the Start.

The Port Authority PWU Garment-Washed Cap skips the break-in period entirely. Made from 100% cotton twill and washed after construction — the same garment-washing process that gives vintage denim its character — this cap arrives with a soft, relaxed, lived-in quality that most caps take years to develop. Unstructured, low-profile, and available in twelve colors that each carry that signature washed depth and richness. This is the cap that feels like it's already yours.

Construction Deep-Dive

Shell: 100% garment-washed cotton twill — cotton twill is a tightly woven fabric with a distinctive diagonal rib pattern that provides structure, durability, and a clean surface for color. The garment-washing process happens after the cap is fully constructed — the finished cap goes through a wash cycle that relaxes the fibers, softens the fabric, and gives the color a slightly faded, vintage-washed depth. The result is a cap that feels broken-in from the first wear and only gets better over time.

Profile: Unstructured, low-profile silhouette — no stiff front panel, no high crown. The unstructured construction means the cap conforms naturally to your head shape for a relaxed, comfortable fit. The low profile keeps the look clean, modern, and effortlessly casual.

Closure: Self-fabric slide closure with buckle and grommet — the closure is made from the same cotton twill as the cap shell, so it blends seamlessly into the overall design. The slide buckle and grommet provide a precise, adjustable fit without the visual interruption of a plastic snapback or metal buckle in a contrasting material. A premium finishing detail that makes the cap look cohesive from every angle.

Color Moods

Stone — Warm, sandy neutral with a sun-bleached, washed-out quality. The garment-washing deepens the natural warmth of stone into something that looks like it's been on every road trip you've ever taken. The everyday carry that pairs with everything.

Steel Blue — Cool, medium blue with a slightly faded, denim-adjacent quality. The garment-washing gives Steel Blue a relaxed, coastal character — the cap that looks like it's been worn on every boat, beach, and boardwalk. Effortlessly nautical.

Maroon — Deep burgundy-red with a rich, washed warmth. The garment-washing gives Maroon a vintage depth that makes it feel like a classic — the color of school pride and team identity, softened into something more personal and wearable.

Khaki — Classic, warm tan with a military-inspired utility. The garment-washing gives Khaki a sun-bleached, field-worn quality that makes it look like it's been earned. The neutral that works with everything and makes every outfit look intentional.

Green — Saturated green with a washed softness that takes the edge off the brightness. The garment-washing gives this green a natural, botanical quality — the color of summer foliage after a long season in the sun.

Berry — Deep, jewel-toned purple-red with a rich, washed depth. The garment-washing gives Berry a vintage, almost wine-like quality that makes it feel luxurious and intentional. The cap that earns second glances.

Faded Blue — The most washed of the blues — a soft, pale blue that looks like it's been through a hundred wash cycles. The color of vintage denim, summer skies, and effortless cool. The cap that looks like it's been in your collection for years.

Dandelion — Warm, golden yellow with a soft, washed glow. The garment-washing gives Dandelion a muted, vintage warmth that keeps it from reading as too bright or too sweet. The color of golden hour light in a cap.

Cooked Carrot — Bold, warm orange with a deep, washed richness. The garment-washing gives this orange an earthy, autumnal quality — the color of harvest season and fall foliage, worn on your head. Distinctive, warm, and impossible to ignore.

Bright Pink — Saturated pink with a washed softness that makes it more wearable than a standard bright pink. The garment-washing gives Bright Pink a slightly faded, vintage quality that feels feminine and fun without being too loud. The cap that brings the energy.

Black — Garment-washed black with a slightly softened, vintage depth — richer and more dimensional than a standard black cap. The foundation of every wardrobe, elevated by the wash process. The cap you'll reach for most.

Chrome — Cool, silvery grey with a clean, modern edge. The garment-washing gives Chrome a subtle, washed softness that makes it feel more premium than a standard grey cap. The neutral that goes with everything without competing with anything.

Styling Guide

🌊 Coastal Casual: Faded Blue or Steel Blue with a linen shirt and shorts — the washed cotton and faded tones create a cohesive, effortlessly coastal look.

🍂 Autumn Palette: Cooked Carrot, Maroon, or Berry with a flannel shirt and dark denim — the garment-washed depth makes these colors feel made for fall.

🌿 Outdoor Easy: Khaki, Stone, or Green with a performance tee and cargo shorts — the washed cotton and neutral tones work from the trail to the town.

🔥 Streetwear Stack: Black or Chrome with a graphic tee and joggers — the unstructured low-profile silhouette keeps it clean and city-ready.

🌟 Team & Branded: Any colorway with an embroidered logo on the front panel — the garment-washed texture gives branded caps a premium, vintage-inspired quality that makes them feel like a keepsake, not a giveaway.

Care Guide

• 🌊 Spot clean with mild soap and damp cloth
• 🚫 Do not machine wash — protects garment-washed finish and cap structure
• 🚫 Do not tumble dry
• 🚫 Do not bleach
• 🚫 Do not iron
• ✅ Air dry — reshape and lay flat or hang to dry